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Kingfisher

4.0 (71 reviews)
Open 8:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Casual
Good for groups
Outdoor seating

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Ryan R.

This is a place with good food (slightly overpriced) and fast, friendly service. The food here is fairly good but like I said a little overpriced for what you're getting; however, I think that's just Dublin for you. The fish of the fish and chips' dish is huge but cooked thoroughly and cooked right. The seafood chowder contains large chunks of seafood. My favorite was the club. After a few days of heavy Irish food, it was nice to settle down with a sandwich. My son ordered a cheeseburger and it came out right away without us having to ask, which is nice for parents whose goal is just to get something into their hangry kid's stomach. Their seating area is medium in size but they have both indoor and outdoor seating (for outdoor seating it appears as if they provide blankets if needed). The interior reminds me of a type of down home, American restaurant that all elderly people visit on Sundays after church, very simple and inviting. Overall, not a bad place. Good food but a little overpriced. Enjoy.

Fish and chips and a fish burger
Michelle T.

You know that late night after having three Guinness and being on a red eye you are dying for a meal and sleep but since your hotel was across kingfisher you had to walk in and grab take out so you can indulge in some fish and chips and crash onto your bed ? Yeah that was one of those nights. Surprised that it was under 20 euros for fish and chips and a fish burger; you could have told me 30 euros and I would have paid anyways. After the order was sitting in the bag as I walk across the street, took a shower I expected the food to be soggy but surpassingly the fish and chips were crunchy good. Generous portion of a fish fillet and burger was lovely. Would recommend.

Lola A.

We visited here because we were told they have the best fish and chips. The fish and chips were fine, but didn't seem like there was anything about them that made them the "best". We really enjoyed the burger, it was nice and juicy. For dessert, I got a brownie and I really enjoyed that. The service was also good and sitting outside was nice. The outdoor seating is in a covered area.

Take-away menu board as of May 2017
Ron R.

My anaconda don't, my anaconda don't My anaconda don't want none unless you got buns, hun... DAAAAAYUM Nicki brought Sir Mix-a-lot back!!! And that's what I was singin' when I did take away of their fish'n'chips. Why? They served me a ginormous piece of fish! But lets rewind that track. So, I was merely walking down the street and noticed how lovely the dining area looked from outside the window. A bit further down, I noticed two other doors and a tiny room with a menu board. The room was intended for quick 'take-away' orders obviously. As I ordered, the entire staff was staring at me like 'what's this guy gonna order'. Well, I asked about the Smoked Fish of the Day (€6.50) and it was either haddock or mackerel. Gross, mackerel... I chose the fatter haddock fish. Dipped in batter and into the deep fryer it went! When ready, I believe it was the manager that asked me if I wanted malt and salt added. Tartar, lemon, etc. But of course, I replied! She seemed to be in good spirits, and smiled the entire time while prepping my box. When I got home, I opened the box and was like HOLY COWABUNGA! Even sitting on top of the chips, this piece nearly fit the entire box. The chips I didn't really care so much about, but they were decent enough. As for the smoked haddock, well it's obvious that the smoke was probably just added to the batter but I totally enjoyed it. The outside golden and crispy. The inside, hot and soft, and not fishy smelling at all. But that's probably because of the malt vinegar killing the smell. I mean for only €6.50, mmm mmm, I like big cuts and I cannot lie!

Healthy Platter with scone
Bridget K.

Excellent breakfast place. You get so much for so little €€! We all had the porridge and I loved it. We also had scones, toast and fruit! It was a huge hearty meal. My only complaint is that they should offer almond or soy milk for lactose intolerant people. My friend really struggled with only having milk as an option for her porridge. Other than that, if you're on a budget, come here for breakfast!

Takeout Haddock, garlic chips and curry chips.
Taylor L.

Liked it so much we ate here twice in 3 days! We did breakfast/lunch in the sit down area upon arriving in Dublin. The All Day Breakfast was more food than I could eat in 1 sitting. The sausages were hood, black and white pudding was good and interesting (first time!) and coffee was good. Friend had a sandwich that looked really good. The second time we did take out from the little hallway in the corner. They packed us all up to take our food back to our hotel. The portions of chips (fries) are HUGE- we got 2 but really only needed 1. I had the Haddock- it was delicious- moist, nice crunchy breading even after traveling back to hotel. We did the curry and garlic fries. Both were very good, but very different. The curry was nice and warm- pretty heavy. The garlic was lighter- the sauce was cold, but nice on hot chips. Friend had chicken burger loaded up with "salad" and ketchup and mayo. He says it was excellent, chicken breast was moist. You should definitely check this place out!

Bangers and mash
Quesha M.

Walked in and got a seat right away, we beat the rush so that was awesome. The waitstaff was amazing and so personable. Everything we had was phenomenal! Highly recommend for a family friendly dinner in this lovely city!

Smoked cod and curry chips takeaway
Ahmed A.

Tried the kingfisher for the first time yesterday and it was pretty good I have to say! I'd heard a lot of good things and wanted to see if the small chipper lived up to its reputation. I ordered a smoke cod and curry chips and wasn't disappointed with the food at all. It was incredibly fresh and I saw the cod being battered and deep fried as I waited. The chips weren't as full as they could have been and it was quite expensive at €10.40 but other than that I had absolutely no issues with the place! Within half an hour of ordering I was back in work demolishing my small feast.

Helena T.

Billed as the best fish and chips in Ireland. Sadly far from the best. In fact it was very average at best. The fish was pretty tasteless as were the mushy peas. The chips were also pretty bland. Presentation was not exactly appetizing. The only thing going for it is the batter was crispy. #maneklady #manekeats #manektravels

Codfish & Chips
Chocoolate I.

The outside of this restaurant proudly displays a sign that says Dublin's best fish and chips and while I cannot say I have tried all the fish and chips in town I doubt that I would find any that are better tasting than the codfish fish and chips that I had for lunch. The Kingfisher epitomizes the City of Dublin in that it is a friendly place where people congregate to have a good meal and a good time. This is just a terrific little restaurant where people conduct business over lunch or where locals have a traditional Irish breakfast with friends. It is clear that the locals love this place. If you visit the Kingfisher ask to sit at a table where Kamal "The Moroccan Waiter" is serving. Kamal is attentive and friendly and if you need directions to a landmark Kamal will get you there. If I lived in this town I would dine here regularly just to say hello to Kamal.

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Had the seafood chowder and a salad with prawns and both were very good. Service was good and staff very friendly.

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The fish chowder was the best I have had in years.I hope the fish n chips are as good. Had wine and tea also very good.

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Fish and chips were very delicious, and was a good serving size. Wait staff was great, and very friendly.

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Marian Guest House

(2 reviews)

Rotunda

Stayed here my first night in Ireland. The room I got was on the smaller side of things, and the…read morebathroom was shared and slightly down the hall. What you are mostly paying for is location. The room rate also covers breakfast, and it's ginormous. You will not leave here hungry, that's for sure. I was in a room facing the street, not all that noisy, but if you aren't used to the sound of cars driving by, this might irritate you. Bed was comfortable enough. Decorations remind me of a guestroom at ones grandparents house. If you are expecting a 5 star place, then you will be highly disappointed.

This place was a total shit hole. Especially for the price you pay to stay there. The room was…read moretiny, okay. The bathroom was so tiny that you couldn't even put your legs in front of you to sit on the toilet. The shower was tiny AND had mildew all over it. The decor in the room looked like it came from a second hand shop. In the 1980s. You could feel EVERY spring in that bed. The lady who runs the place routinely wakes you up at 8am for breakfast by knocking loudly on your door, repeatedly and yelling loudly that it's breakfast time, over and over until you get up. Even on Saturday and Sunday mornings. She also stomps around, up and down the steps, slams doors, rattles dishes and generally makes as much noise as she possibly can. At 8am. That place was SUCH a bummer. I've been in Ireland for a month, scheming ways to stay forever. My weekend stay there was the first time I wished I could go home. Awful.

Botanic View

Botanic View

(4 reviews)

Drumcondra

Words cannot describe how AMAZING the stay was…read more I live in Dublin, but I needed a place for my Grandad to stay while visiting me. I've used other B+Bs before, but they were all booked. I then found this place online and decided to give it a go. I wish I found this place sooner. From the get--go, I knew we found a special place. When checking in, my Grandad asked the Owner what time breakfast was.. She then asked him, "What time do YOU want breakfast?!". Wow-that level of personalisation stuck out to me immediately. My Grandad had the most comfortable, warm and enjoyable stay. His room was super clean and very comfy. He had his own bathroom, and the place was kitted out with a television, hairdryer and toiletries. My Grandad said his breakfasts were so yummy. He had options of full english, cereals and fruit. The whole B+B has this traditional, homely vibe. Family photos of days gone by are on the walls, and there are book shelves where guests can help themselves. The B+B is situated a few mins walk from McDonalds, Pizza Places and Tesco (a grocery store). So if you need anything, you don't need to go far. The City Centre is right by, which is ideal because I don't drive. Bernie, the Owner was so warm, helpful and amazing. It was raining during my Grandad's stay which limited what we could do and see. I don't drive, and ON HER OWN, she offered to drive us through Phoenix Park, so we can experience it. She advised that it's better to see the place in a car-She was right! And she even drove us past the Guinness Storehouse, giving us the history of the area and insider knowledge that you wouldn't find on wikipedia. Mind you, she did this out of the goodness of her heart. Again, where else will you see this level of personalization? Really going above and beyond! Bernie is also super knowledgeable and gives the best advice on which attractions to see, which are worth paying for, and not just trying to extort you for money-and even the history behind certain buildings/monuments. It's no surprise that my Grandad asked her for her business card, so that he can recommend her to everyone back home in the UK. I am happy because I have peace of mind that my Grandad (and other family from abroad) will always have a great place to stay at, when they visit me. I can't recommend this place enough. The value you receive is not reflected in the price. I would pay triple than what is charged. Thank you Bernie! You and your B+B really stood out to my Grandad and helped make his stay in Dublin to be memorable and enjoyable. He can't stop talking about what a great stay it was. He's now already planning his next visit!

A wonderful little B&B operated by a friendly Irishwoman named Bernadette. Room wasn't just clean,…read moreit was immaculate! Breakfast was wonderful, place was neat and tidy. Quiet neighborhood, great for a taste of local life but not if you'd like to be in the center of the city. Only con was that the bed had little cushioning - I could feel the wire springs on my back!

Clifden House - Living area

Clifden House

(5 reviews)

Rotunda

Good place to stay for three to four people. I found the bathroom quite small tho. The instructions…read moredidn't seem clear, we couldn't find everything the first time. For that it's a downer that the concierge was at the other side of the hotel. They offered coffee (at the apartment) sugar and water. The basics really. The place was clean. Covers were thick, there was accommodation to take care of your clothes, ect. That's the plus side of aparthotels. You're traveling & you can practice some of your habits (like cooking, cleaning, grooming) it's traveling without compromise. There was a communal locker offered to store our valuables: it was the pantry, which they secured with a lock. So you get the basics, for a good price. That's quite okay, isn't it?

Finding a Dublin Hotel that would accommodate 4 people was no easy task, which is why I happily…read morebooked a "family room" at the Clifden when I saw they could accommodate us. The hotel was a little hard to find at first, the taxi drive got Gardiner Place confused with Gardiner Street, and the signage outside is not huge and mostly promotes their carpark. We arrived early and they were able to hold our luggage for us until we could check in at 3 PM. The luggage storage was not secure at all, it was just piled up next to the front desk. After checking in at 3 PM, we were given a room on the first floor. The room itself was pretty big and had two twin beds and a full bed (two twins pushed together), a bathroom with a shower, a table with chairs, and a closet. The set up was kind of weird- the big bed between the two twins. Being located on the first floor was horrible. Our door was right across from the front desk and we could hear every hello, goodbye, and anything in between. The decorations were nice and everything appeared clean- except for the hat we found sitting under the heater from the last guest. The bathroom and tiny shower could also seriously use a cleaning- especially the floors. Breakfast could be purchased at 7 euros a person. I personally didn't love it, but my boyfriend did. There was a small buffet and a menu you could order from- all included. The location was great- and only a 10 minute walk to the city center. The street and surround area is full of other "guest houses" that are very similar. If you are checking this hotel it's worth it to look into accommodations listed as bed and breakfasts, hostels, or guest houses. My biggest issue was some of the staff. The one front desk worker was beyond unfriendly- it can't hurt to crack a smile when guests walk in the front door. She was rude when we arrived, pushing two of the guests into the room while I paid. She had an attitude and didn't seem like she wanted to be there. All in all, not a bad place but not sure I would book here again.

Parkway Guest house

Parkway Guest house

(4 reviews)

Rotunda

Cabbie: "Ah yes here we are...uh...well...I'm sure it looks much nicer inside than outside...17…read moreeuro please". Having been to Italy and Greece, my wife and I were mentally prepared for the typical European basic room...remind yourself you ain't in Amurr'ca anymore and go with the flow. PROs: -Pretty close 5-10min walk to Dublin's center and attractions -Only 165 euro for 2 nights Fri-Sun -Friendly manager and breakfast lady. -Overall room was clean and relatively spacious for 2. -Nice breakfast room, and a filling Irish breakfast(sans "pudding") each morning. -Lots of places to eat nearby. -Cheap 20ish euro cab ride from Dublin Airport, especially if you're group is 3-4. CONs: -Can be a quite a long walk back depending on your daily plans...we walked 11+ miles total our first full day in Dublin! -Older building, furniture, and facilities...the photos were probably taken 5-10 years ago. - Old, tiny bathroom and a tinnier shower...I would soap the walls and just dance around. Just kidding! Pro Tip: American couples, like us, may want to book twin beds instead of a double bed...an Irish double is smaller than an American full. Luckily, our room just happened to come with 3 beds!

Knew little about Dublin when I was booking a room so I did a lot of research online. The Parkway…read morewas reasonably priced, a short walk to City Centre and according to reviewers it was very quiet. (One problem getting a room in Dublin is avoiding places near bars that play loud music until oh-dark-hundred.) I hit a home run when I booked the Parkway. It was clean and quiet and Seamus, the fellow who manages the place was extremely helpful and friendly. He gave great advice about what to do--and just as important, what to AVOID--in Dublin. He also arranged for a cab to pick me up the last morning of my stay, saving me the hassle of sorting through cab companies and making those arrangements myself. And he had discount tickets for the indispensable "Hop On, Hop Off' tour bus he sells to guests without a markup. ("Brilliant," as the locals say.) Breakfast was excellent and young woman in the dining room was very friendly and efficient. My room was quite small, but I was just there to sleep so it was fine. All the rooms are up one or two flights of stairs, so this wouldn't be the place for anyone with a mobility disability. But if room size or accessibility aren't concerns, I'd highly recommend Parkway Guesthouse and would happily stay there again next time my travels take me to Dublin.

Mcelroy's Guest House - Room #3 (Single): Small tv, dresser, place to hang clothes/storage

Mcelroy's Guest House

(1 review)

Rotunda

I spent 6 evenings at McElroy Budget Accommodations in October of 2014 as part of running the…read moreDublin Marathon. A few thoughts on this lodging: Location: 3.5 out of 5 I purposefully chose a location for lodging that would be close enough to the city center that if I wanted to go out and about and visit pubs or shops, I'd be able to do so quickly via the bus. I also wanted a location that was far away enough from the city center that I could sleep peacefully at night. McElroy did not disappoint: it was a 5-7 minute bus ride to O'Connell Street (or a 15 - 20 minute walk), and the only real noise I heard at night consisted of a small yappy dog who usually went inside by 10:30pm. Bus routes are plentiful, and note that you can get from the airport to the intersection of Dorset and Gardiner via #16 or #41, which leads to a 2 - 4 minute walk to the property. Do NOT take the Airlink #747 no matter what the staff try to tell you; the closest stop is about a 20 minute walk which is difficult with baggage. Purchasing a Leap Card at the Spar in Terminal 2 will help you with your travels; alternatively, if you know that you'll be doing the double decker Dublin Bus tour, get a 3 day Freedom Pass which includes all bus routes and a few discounts (30 euro). A 1-way fare from the airport to the property was 3.05 euro. Convenience stores (SPAR, Costcutters, Tesco Express) are within a 2 - 5 minute walk for most of your food and beverage needs. Staff: 4 out of 5 I encountered 2 people during my stay. The first was one of the proprietors (Catherine) who was friendly and nice enough to let me check in early. She has a sensible personality and was cordial. The second person (Christine?) was the staff who keeps the McElroy side of the guest house going. Our interaction consisted of her bringing me breakfast on most mornings, but she was really sweet and nice about it, and made sure to ask each morning if I needed anything. I let her know a day in advance that I wouldn't need breakfast one morning, and she inquired as to whether or not she should leave corn flakes in the kitchen for me. Amenities: 2 out of 5 The actual name of this side of the guest house is "McElroy Budget Accommodation" and perhaps as some advice, here is what you should be prepared for. The single room comes with one set of towels (bath and hand towel) with a towel for stepping out of the shower. There were no toiletries in my bathroom (but I was prepared for this), and there is no daily turndown service. Instead, if you require new towels, you just let the staff know. The single room as seen in my photos was adequate with a small tv, dresser, a place to hang clothes, and a desk space. The furniture is old and has seen better days, and the shower even for me required some fancy maneuvering (I'm 5' 3" and of athletic/slender build). At night, it could get chilly with the single radiator, so be prepared to sleep in long sleeves in the colder months. The free continental breakfast in the morning is nothing fancy, but adequate: 2 pieces of toast, jam and marmalade, butter, corn flakes, milk, juice, coffee/tea. Value: 4 out of 5 For 6 evenings, I paid ~340 USD inclusive of all taxes and fees, which comes out to 56$ an evening. For the location and what I got, I felt like this was a nice value given the fact that well, I was in Europe. Overall: 3 out of 5 Very strong 3 star experience. Perfect for my needs leading up to the Dublin Marathon. If I had come with my wife, I probably would have splurged for something a bit nicer, but as a solo traveler looking to do things on the cheap, this place did not disappoint.

Lyndon Guesthouse

Lyndon Guesthouse

(3 reviews)

Rotunda

You can't really miss this guesthouse as it has a bright yellow door which makes it easy do…read moreidentify after a few drinks. The Guesthouse is privately owned and you can tell because it has a very individual feel that no chain of hotels can really replicate. The rooms are a good size and given the location being in the center of the city it's not really too noisy when at night. Breakfast is also inlcuded in the price which is a bonus. It's only 10 minutes wlk to the main shopping area of Grafton Street from here and it's also very close to the infamous Temple Bar area. Overall it's an enjoyable experience to stay at the Lyndon Guesthouse and I'll definitely stay there again.

Recently spent two nights here with my partner. Paid for a double room but instead got a room with…read morea double bed and a single bed. Not really an issue to be fair. Thankfully we got an en suite room because sharing a bathroom with the entire guesthouse is not my cup of tea. We found it difficult to actually find the place but i think that was due to google maps. Not a place I'd like to stay if i was heading on a night out due to it being a long uphill walk. When we arrived there was no one at reception to let us in the building so we had to ring them to say we were outside. After a bit of a frustrating booking confusion we were able to go to our room. Up seven flights of stairs! I'm lazy so that was tough but i managed haha. Definitely not suitable for anyone with mobility issues and not wheelchair accessible that i noticed. Breakfast is not included in the price but is only a fiver. I can't comment on the quality because we had meet ups planned in the city each morning so never ate the food. Staff were very nice and helpful. Room was clean....except for those little mini milks. A few were open and mouldy but we'd bought our own milk at the shop anyway so it didnt bother us. Walls are thin so any arguments or ahem adult activities can definitely be heard. Was surprised by how little outside noise we heard. I expected it to be loud out in the street with traffic and just general city sounds but it was very quiet thankfully. It was a lovely cozy room and the shower was perfect. Bathroom was spotless. Good location once we found it lol, getting around the city was very straight forward. If you like walking then this great location means that taxis are practically unnecessary. We used none. A few minor and esentially unimportant negatives about this place but overall had a very enjoyable stay here. The free wifi was a bonus!

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